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FD54 JXB

2004 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,105 mi
Last recorded115,105 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD54 JXB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 115,105 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 104,323 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 92,414 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 84,569 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 84,569 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 May 2016 83,829 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2015 81,061 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 78,743 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 74,397 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front discs worn

Pass 12 Jun 2012 72,492 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 69,364 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 66,140 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 62,919 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 56,852 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 50,501 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

wipers smear screen

Fail 23 Oct 2007 50,255 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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FD54 JXB is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 101,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD54 JXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD54 JXB registered?

FD54 JXB is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 8 December 2004.

Is FD54 JXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD54 JXB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD54 JXB have outstanding finance?

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